Placement Year Review at PSA Peugeot Citroën

The Role

Role Description

12-month placement in 2 different HR departments

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I was given the opportunity to get involved in loads of different projects and felt like I was really contributing to the departments I was placed in.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone was really friendly and made a real effort to make me feel like part of the team

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I had regular reviews to discuss how I was getting on and felt that I could approach my managers with questions at any time

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I generally had plenty to get on with. Some times were busier than others but I think I had a good balance overall.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

I was given responsibility for organising a couple of events and had my own projects to manage

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

There were formal training sessions to help me develop teamworking, communication and presentation skills that will really benefit me in future

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

There was a 'pre-induction' event before the start of the placement, so all of the placement students could meet and get to know each other.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

I received lots of on-the-job training to help me in my departments and there was a structured training programme especially for the placement students - 4 sessions throughout the year.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Subsidised/Company Gym
• National Travel
• Company Parties/Events
• Above 25 days holiday

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

I got the impression that Peugeot Citroen really invests in its graduates and it's definitely a company I'd want to work for

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

A social committee at work organised quite a few events including a quiz night, family fun day and trip down to London.

Review 35/35 for PSA Peugeot Citroën

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